Macbeth - Lesson 7 - To kill or not to Kill PowerPoint

In Lesson 7 of the 'Macbeth' series, students delve into the intricate dynamics between key characters: Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, and Banquo. The objective is to deepen their understanding of these relationships and evaluate their grasp of both character development and plot through the creative exercise of diary writing. By engaging with 'Macbeth's Diary', students are encouraged to explore the inner thoughts and emotional responses of Macbeth to the unfolding events of the play, particularly in Act One.

The lesson kicks off with a Venn diagram activity, prompting students to describe the personalities of Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, and Banquo. This exercise helps students to identify and articulate the unique traits of each character, as well as those characteristics they share. Following this, students are asked to step into Macbeth's shoes and write a diary entry that captures his perspective on the key events of Act One, including the battle, the witches' prophecies, his contemplations about King Duncan, his feelings towards his wife, and his own aspirations and anxieties about the future. To conclude the lesson, students read their diary entries to a partner and engage in a feedback session, discussing the strengths of their work and areas for improvement, fostering a collaborative learning environment.